Stone Pelting Incident in Washim, Maharashtra
By: Raiyyan Z. Khan
Washim: A disturbing incident of stone pelting was reported in Washim, Maharashtra, on May 13, following a dispute between two individuals that escalated into a violent confrontation. The situation was brought under control by the local police, who registered a case against 25 individuals and arrested 6 hooligans.
Incident Details
The incident began with a dispute between two individuals at Patni Chowk in Washim, which eventually led to stone pelting by a group of people. The stone pelting resulted in injuries to one person and damage to vehicles, including broken windshields and vandalized motorcycles.
Police Response
The Washim police responded promptly to the situation, deploying forces to the area to maintain law and order. Superintendent of Police Anuj Tare confirmed that a case has been registered against 25 individuals, and 6 hooligans have been arrested.
Current Situation
The situation is currently under control, with police personnel deployed in the affected areas, including Bagwan Pura and Dande Chowk. The police are investigating the incident and taking necessary steps to prevent further escalation.
Injuries and Damage
One person was injured in the incident and was referred to Akola for treatment. The stone pelting also resulted in damage to vehicles and property.
The Washim police are working to ensure peace and order in the area and are taking necessary steps to prevent similar incidents in the future.
